Originally Posted by
middlekingdom
Agreed. However, what I learn from this thread is that in LAX you have two TSA pre-check lines, one for elite and one for non elite. Not sure that makes any real difference but one may need to ensure that they go to the correct line.
Second. how you entered the program may have bearing on your ability to use the precheck facility i.e. I googled it and found on that Alaska Air page that those who were were opted in by the AS program and do not have a known traveler number cannot use pre-check on another airline. However as you said, once you the status showing on the BP, you are good to go.
That's true. Hence the fact that if your BP shows pre-check, you can use a pre-check line.
As to those relying on the old pilot program, TSA has made it clear that it is degrading the % of selection in order to push the broader program.
The goal is to move 85% of travelers into a pre-check experience.